Description

The Cox Enterprises Flight Operation’s Pilot Internship is a comprehensive internship that will expose selected candidates to every facet of a modern-day corporate flight department. The intern will receive on the job training from individual sub-groups as needed within the department. The internship is designed to leave the candidate with experiences across the entire flight department spectrum. The pilot intern will report directly to a line pilot as assigned by the Chief Pilot. Duties and responsibilities will vary on a day to day basis depending on the needs of the department and their sub-groups.

Pilot Related Duties:

Jump Seating on approved flights
Assisting Flight Crews with Pre-Flight, Enroute and Post-Flight Activities
Filling out Flight Log Data
Loading and Unloading Passenger Baggage
Leading Pre-Flight and Post-Flight Briefings
Assisting Passengers to and from the aircraft
Dispatch Related Duties:
Assisting the Head Dispatcher as needed
Dispatching Trips
Flight Planning Trips
Entering Flight Log Data
Arranging Catering
Rental Car Arrangements
Answering Phones as needed
Manning the front desk and screening incoming vehicles to the corporate facility
Tracking and assisting flights
Ground Support Related Duties:
Cleaning and Stocking Aircraft
Tugging Aircraft
Aircraft Fueling
FMS Database Updates
Waste and Water Management System Service
Food and Beverage Stock Management

Qualifications Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent-required
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.·
3.0 Minimum GPA in College/Graduate School
College Level Junior or rising Senior preferred, but not required
Must possess a minimum of a Private Pilot’s Certificate with an Instrument Rating
Pilot background (pursuing a degree in the aviation field)-Corporate pilot career track preferred, but not required
Ability to effectively handle a constantly changing environment
Self-motivated, dependable and enthusiastic
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Leadership skills
Strategic thinking and analytical skills
Attentive to detail
Able to learn new concepts
Able to work independently or collaboratively
Able to maintain effective working relationships with internal/external customers
Proficient with Microsoft Office software
Familiar with pilot charts (Jeppesen charts)

Application Requirements:

Complete a 250-word, typed, double-spaced essay describing your interests and goals for a career in the aviation field.
Submit One (1) letter of recommendation from either a faculty member or an aviation industry professional.
Submit a current resume
Candidates selected for a position will further be required to:
Complete an application (provided upon notice of selection)
Pass a background/security check as well as a drug/alcohol test

Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Compensation:

Hourly base pay rate is $21.06 - $31.63/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Cox

Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses – which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications – is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!